Interim Rewards Specialist

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Benefits offered by this job

HP laptop

iPhone

Job summary

Marktlink seeks an Interim Rewards Specialist to build scalable policy frameworks across Europe. You will collaborate with the CHRO, HR Operations, Finance and the Policy & Rewards team to ensure consistent rewarding practices as the business grows internationally.

With 8+ years in Rewards and HR policy, you will draft policies, lead salary cycle activities and help translate reward philosophy into practical, country-specific frameworks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, HR Policy.
• Proven track record drafting policies, reward plans and governance documentation.
• Experience supporting international growth.
• Excellent written English; Dutch is a strong plus.
• Available for four or five days a week for an initial period of around six months.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate the salary review cycle, including preparation and documentation.
• Draft, update and maintain HR policies, reward plans and country playbooks.
• Build a structured system for all policy, practice and country-specific information.
• Lead the set-up of a scalable policy and country framework.
• Support the opening of new offices and countries by translating Marktlink's reward philosophy into practical, locally usable frameworks.
• Work with Finance, HR Operations and external advisors on payroll, benefits and reward implications.
• Turn external advice and local input into clear, business-friendly recommendations.

Skills

Rewards

Policy writing

Governance

International growth

Job description

Marktlink supports entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. As an independent international M&A advisor, Marktlink combines deep market knowledge with a personal and pragmatic approach. Together with our label Marktlink Exit-Ready and other services such as Transaction Services, Legal and Debt Advisory, we support entrepreneurs by preparing their business for sale and guide them throughout the entire sales or acquisition process. Our label Marktlink Capital offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in strong private equity and venture capital funds.

Since our start in 1996, entrepreneurs have been our driving force. With a profound market knowledge and a personal approach, we advised many transactions and in doing so we influenced the lives of many.

Your goal

Marktlink is growing fast across Europe, and our people related frameworks and country set-ups need to keep up with the pace. As our Interim Rewards Specialist, you step in where execution power matters most: you build practical, scalable frameworks, bring structure to a growing international landscape, and make sure our policies and rewarding are consistent. You work closely with the CHRO, HR Operations, Finance and of course the Policy & Rewards team.

Your responsibilities

• Support and coordinate the salary review cycle, including preparation and documentation;
• Draft, update and maintain HR policies, reward plans and country playbooks;
• Build a structured system for all policy, practice and country-specific information;
• Lead the set-up of a scalable policy and country framework;
• Support the opening of new offices and countries by translating Marktlink's reward philosophy into practical, locally usable frameworks;
• Work with Finance, HR Operations and external advisors on payroll, benefits and reward implications;
• Turn external advice and local input into clear, business-friendly recommendations.

Your profile

• 8+ years of experience in Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, HR Policy or a closely related field;
• Proven track record drafting policies, reward plans and governance documentation that people actually use;
• Background in financial services, professional services, private equity or another fast-moving, regulated environment is a strong plus;
• Experience supporting international growth;
• You work independently and bring structure fast;
• Excellent written English with a sharp eye for accuracy, consistency and readability; Dutch is a strong plus;
• Available for four or five days a week for an initial period of around six months.

Why us?

At Marktlink, we’re not just dealmakers, we’re future-shapers. With a strong focus on tech, data, and AI, we’re redefining the world of M&A. Here’s what you can expect when you join our fast-growing, entrepreneurial team:

• Opportunity to shape the future of a leading European M&A firm;
• HP laptop and iPhone;
• Responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours and entrepreneurial colleagues.

Our DEI Statement

At Marktlink, we believe diverse teams deliver better results for our clients. Entrepreneurs don’t always follow fixed paths and neither do we. We value equal opportunity and welcome different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

That’s okay. We know great people don’t always fit every box. If you have the drive, curiosity and ownership to thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.